Building a resilient digital economy: How stc group is advancing cybersecurity for businesses and people
As the world embraces rapid technological advancements, the digital landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace.
Innovations like cloud computing, IoT, AI, and blockchain are reshaping industries, but they also bring growing cyber threats.
With cybercrime projected to cost the global economy trillions annually, cybersecurity has become cornerstone of digital resilience and economic stability.
In Saudi Arabia, stc group is leading the charge, advancing cybersecurity to protect businesses, individuals, and the kingdom's digital future.
With a cybersecurity index (CS Index) rating of 89.88 per cent and a capability maturity level of 4.51 surpassing the global telecom average of 65.7 per cent
Innovative cybersecurity solutions for a secure ecosystem
To address the growing sophistication of cyber threats across industries — from healthcare and finance to logistics — stc group has developed a robust cybersecurity framework designed to safeguard businesses, government institutions, and individuals from evolving threats, ensuring a secure digital ecosystem for all stakeholders.
At the heart of this strategy is sirar by stc, recognised as one of the top managed security service providers (MSSP) in MENA. Its Threat Intelligence service leverages AI-powered analytics and big data insights to identify, analyse and neutralise cyber threats before they escalate, providing organisations with a proactive defense mechanism.
During Black Hat 2024 in Riyadh – the world's fastest- growing cybersecurity event, sirar by stc launched a groundbreaking service called 'Athar', a Saudi-developed solution designed to protect sensitive data from leaks and enhance organisational resilience against cyberthreats.
Strengthened by sirar by stc's advanced security solutions, stc's Security Operations Center (SOC) provides real-time monitoring and rapid incident response capabilities, enabling proactive threat detection and mitigation to minimise the impact of cyberattacks for both the public and private sectors.
In addition to delivering cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions, stc group is committed to fostering a secure ecosystem through its Security Pass Program.
This initiative requires partners to obtain compliance certification from authorised audit firms, ensuring that all entities within stc's network adheres to the highest cybersecurity standards.
Strengthening cybersecurity through global collaboration
stc group's ecosystem spans telecommunications, cloud computing, IoT, AI, and digital infrastructure, all secured by advanced cybersecurity measures. These efforts are further amplified through strategic collaborations with both local and global partners.
At the national level, stc works closely with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and the Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) to strengthen the kingdom's digital infrastructure. These partnerships not only enhance technical capabilities but also foster a culture of cybersecurity awareness and innovation across the country.
On the global stage, stc has forged major partnerships with leading technology and cybersecurity providers to elevate its offerings. In 2024, the group announced its partnership with Oracle to enhance cloud security and data sovereignty, ensuring compliance with regional regulations while bolstering infrastructure resilience.
Through sirar by stc, the group partnered with Google Cloud Security to deploy AI-driven cybersecurity solutions tailored to regional needs. Additionally, sirar expanded its long-standing collaboration with Group-IB, advancing risk and attack management capabilities.
As stc continues to expand its global footprint, cybersecurity remains at the core of its growth strategy, ensuring that every new technology and service is built on a secure, resilient foundation.
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